The original ships were propelled by manpower on wooden wheels, later ships were powered by steam propelled oars, and modern ships mostly use turbine engines.

The first ship to use a steam engine was launched in England in 1783, and in 1807 Robert Fulton built a ship for use on rivers that also had sails. It was used as a ferry between New York and Albany.

Ships don't rely on the wind for their travel, and they are also faster than sailboats. They are more reliable and the time it takes to reach a port is also generally independent of the weather.

Ships have revolutionized human life and brought the nations of the world closer together. Today, modern ships, including passenger ships, cargo ships and tankers, are engaged in a variety of global commercial shipping.

The ship we are going to draw today is not very big and has a big chimney, which is rarely seen nowadays. At this time it is emitting smoke from the chimney, and it should be sailing in the sea or in a river.

In addition to drawing the ship, we will add a flag, a life preserver, and an anchor. I think it will be an interesting experience, if you like ships, read on with me!

SUPPLIES NEEDED:

√ Draw a Ship PDF (Click to download for free.)

√ Drawing Papers (You can get it easily and I would say almost any paper can be used.)

√ Pencils / Markers / Crayons / Watercolors (Remember to use a pen with a fine tip when outlining.)

FOR WHOM:

Elementary school students

TIME NEEDED:

About 1 hour

INSTRUCTIONS:

How to Draw a Ship Step by Step

Step 1 Outline the hull of this ship.

Step 2 Draw the cabin of this ship.

Step 3 Draw the top of the cabin and a door.

Step 4 Draw a life preserver on the cabin.

Step 5 Draw a large chimney on top of the cabin.

Step 6 Draw a flag to the left of the chimney.

Step 7 Draw an anchor on the stern.

Step 8 Add lines to the hull. Draw thick smoke above the chimney.

Step 9 Finish by coloring this ship with a chimney.

Guys, have you learned how to draw a ship yet?